Skeletal System

A radioactive tracer called technetium-99m is commonly used in bone scans. This tracer is injected into the bloodstream and accumulates in areas of the bones where there is increased activity, such as in cases of fractures, infections, or tumors.

Yes, there are bone growth stimulators available for the ankle, usually in the form of external devices that use electrical or ultrasound mechanisms to promote bone healing and growth. These devices are used to aid in the healing of fractures, fusion procedures, or other bone-related conditions in the ankle. You should consult with your healthcare provider to determine if a bone growth stimulator is appropriate for your specific situation.

The gynecoid pelvis is the most common pelvis shape in females, facilitating childbirth by providing ample space for the passage of the baby's head. Its wide and round shape is favorable for vaginal delivery compared to other pelvis types. The significance lies in its ability to reduce complications during labor and delivery.

The body basically has the ventral and dorsal cavities. The dorsal cavity contains the brain and spinal cord. The upper most cavity formed by the bones of the skull has an organ within it called the brain.

1. The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) keeps the femur(thighbone) from slipping off the tibia (shinbone), because it connects to both from the back.

Frequent popping or subluxation of the fibula bone could be due to ligament or soft tissue injuries around the ankle joint, such as a sprain. It is important to see a healthcare provider for an evaluation to determine the exact cause and receive appropriate treatment to prevent further issues and improve stability in the ankle.

No, I am a virtual assistant and do not have a physical body, so I do not have ribs or any physical organs.

The fibrocartilage cushions between the vertebrae in the column are named for their positions along the vertebral bodies, and are called the intervertebral disks. They have a thick outer ring of cartilage called the Annulus Fibrosus as well as a much softer center called the Nucleus Pulposus. This is not where the nerve tissue passes through, as some would suggest. Its purpose is to allow the joints to flex to some degree and to provide cushion for any axial compression that may occur. The only exception to the disk arrangement is that the first cervical vertebra does not have a body to articulate with the vertebra below it.
The cartilage between the vertebrae of the spine forms the spinal discs, or intervertebral fibrocartilage. Each disc has a tough outer ring surrounding more flexible fibers that float in a protein gel. There are 23 discs in the entire spine.

The meniscus in the knee joint has a structure and function similar to the acetabular labrum in the hip joint. Both structures are fibrocartilaginous discs that provide stability, cushioning, and aid in distributing forces within their respective joints.

When you bend your arms, the muscles in your biceps contract, causing your forearm to move towards your upper arm. This movement occurs at the elbow joint, which allows for the bending motion. Additionally, bending your arms can help you lift, push, or pull objects.

Polydactylism, or having one or more extra fingers or toes, is probably the most common abnormality of development found at birth. Polydactylism is reported in about 2 per 1000 children. However, many of the simpler cases are taken care of in the nursery by the obstetrician or pediatrician and don't show up in these statistics.

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Shorts that are up to the knees are called knee-length shorts.

I am no doctor, but your ilium is the large shaped bone that forms the bulk of the hip-bone structure. It has two raised sections, one on each side (topped by the hip bone), dropping down in centre back for the spine. Each of the raised sections is called a wing, because that's what they look like. A lesion just means damage, so basically you have damaged your right hip.

The major bones of the axial skeleton include the skull, the vertebral column, the ribcage, and the sternum.

The suture that goes in between the two parietal bones (left and right) is called the saggital suture. That is the main suture that runs in the middle of the top of your head. The parietal bones articulate with the occipital bone at the lambdoidal suture and with the temporal bones (left and right where the ears are), at the squamosal suture. Finally the parietal bones both meet with the frontal bone at the coronal suture. But the main suture between the parietals again is the saggital suture.
Lambdoidal suture connects the two parietal bones together.

The serratus posterior superior muscle attaches onto the cartilage of ribs five through seven. This muscle is located in the upper back and is involved in assisting with respiration by elevating the ribs.

There's no set number for that, it's all down to how you break them, how overall healthy you are, and what care you can get.

People have died from breaking ONE, if that single one punctured a lung, or the skin.

Likewise people have survived from having most of the ribs on one side removed as part of surgical treatment of Tuberculosis.

The rib cage expands, causing a negative pressure change in the abdominal cavity, which can only be relieved by letting air in the lungs. Exhaling is the opposite: the rib cage contracts, causing a positive pressure change, which is relieved by expelling air from the lungs.

The right and left halves of the pelvis are called the os coxae, or innominate bones. They are shaped a little like an ossified pair of granny panties that has been cut in half down the middle, had a piece the approximate size of a saucer removed from the center back, and had a hole punched in the bottom front of each half.The os coxae themselves each consist of three bones. The ilium is the top portion of the pelvis, where hands rest on hips; the ischium is further down, and includes the knobby sitz-bones, or ischial tuberosities; and the pubis is at the front base of the pelvis.The sacrum is a fused set of spinal vertebrae that looks a little like a big leaf. It forms the back of the pelvis.

When you are born, your bones are a soft, rubbery, and flexible tissue called cartilage. As you grow, most of your cartilage is replaced by bone. when it comes to bone marrow (spongy substance in the center of bones), red bone marrow fills the center of long bones as a child. Then it is replaced by yellow bone marrow as the child becomes an adult.

Treatment for cervical spine nerve entrapment may include physical therapy to correct posture and strengthen muscles, anti-inflammatory medications to reduce pain and swelling, and in severe cases, surgery may be recommended to release the compressed nerve. It is important to consult with a healthcare provider for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan tailored to your specific condition.

Red bone marrow is responsible for the production of blood cells, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, rather than being a storage site for fat. Yellow bone marrow, found in adults, is typically where fat is stored in the bones.

the muscular system is made up of all muscles in your body and helps you walk,stand up, and pick up heavy objects.

Unfavorable ankylosis of the thoracolumbar spine means that your posture is in an unnatural position stemming from your middle, lower back. This could mean that you are stuck in a hunched or side leaning position.